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Project Engineer | CO Plant
Job Location:
Job Location:
Waggaman, LA - USA
Monthly Salary:
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Posted:
21 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Join the ECI Groups Professional Technical Services Network as a Project Engineer CO Plant.This is an onsite contract role with an anticipated 12- 24-month duration at our clients manufacturing facility. Note: You must be a US Citizen or Permanent US Resident to qualify for this position.
About our Client
Our client is developing and operating a major chemical manufacturing facility in Waggaman Louisiana producing Dimethyl Carbonate (DMC) and Ethyl Methyl Carbonate (EMC) for the battery supply chain. The site is a petrochemical/chemical manufacturing operation requiring engineering support for construction commissioning startup reliability maintenance and operations activities
Job Summary
The Project Engineer CO Plantis responsible for ensuring that both the Steam Methane Reforming SMR andVapor Purification Swing Adsorption VPSA Unitsaredelivered on time within budget meet the highest quality standards while also managing equipment startup and commissioning activities. This role works closely with operations maintenance engineering and quality teams to reduce downtime optimize asset performance and support operational excellence.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
CO Plant Oversight:
Manage the portfolio of Carbon Monoxide Plant equipment selection delivery construction startup and commissioning at the Waggaman equipment designs for reliability and maintainability considerations for the SMR and VPSA in capital projects and equipment commissioning installation startup and performance testing of CO plant with spare parts optimization and inventory management.
Project Lifecycle Management:
Lead projects from equipment selection permitting construction commissioning and closeout coordinating across multiple project phases.
Budget & Cost Control:
Develop monitor and control project budgets; identify cost variances and implement corrective actions; prepare and present budget and status reports.
Scheduling & Planning:
Create detailed project schedules track progress and ensure adherence to timelines; manage dependencies and resource allocation.
Contract & Procurement Support:
Consultant selection and subcontractor management; negotiate rates manage change orders and resolve disputes.
Quality & Compliance:
Ensure projects meet design safety and regulatory standards; conduct quality reviews and compliance checks.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Serve as the primary point of contact for high-profile owners; communicate project status risks and opportunities.
Data & Reporting:
Prepare performance reports financial models and presentations to executive leadership and stakeholders.
Skills and Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering advanced degrees or certifications (PMP LEED etc.) are advantageous.
Experience: 15 - 20 years in Petrochem/Chemicals/Refinery construction or project management with experience in manufacturing and utilities.
Technical Skills:Basic process and operations knowledge of both the Steam Methane Reforming SMR and Vapor Purification Swing Adsorption VPSA technology.
Project ManagementSkills:Proficiency in project management software budgeting tools and data analysis; ability to use modeling and reporting to support decision-making
Soft Skills: Strong leadership communication negotiation and problem-solving abilities; ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt
Please Note: The ECI Group uses AI-assisted tools in the early stages of application review with all decisions guided by human oversight and fully compliant with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and ECI Groups applicable data protection policies and Privacy Notice.
About our Client
Our client is developing and operating a major chemical manufacturing facility in Waggaman Louisiana producing Dimethyl Carbonate (DMC) and Ethyl Methyl Carbonate (EMC) for the battery supply chain. The site is a petrochemical/chemical manufacturing operation requiring engineering support for construction commissioning startup reliability maintenance and operations activities
Job Summary
The Project Engineer CO Plantis responsible for ensuring that both the Steam Methane Reforming SMR andVapor Purification Swing Adsorption VPSA Unitsaredelivered on time within budget meet the highest quality standards while also managing equipment startup and commissioning activities. This role works closely with operations maintenance engineering and quality teams to reduce downtime optimize asset performance and support operational excellence.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
CO Plant Oversight:
Manage the portfolio of Carbon Monoxide Plant equipment selection delivery construction startup and commissioning at the Waggaman equipment designs for reliability and maintainability considerations for the SMR and VPSA in capital projects and equipment commissioning installation startup and performance testing of CO plant with spare parts optimization and inventory management.
Project Lifecycle Management:
Lead projects from equipment selection permitting construction commissioning and closeout coordinating across multiple project phases.
Budget & Cost Control:
Develop monitor and control project budgets; identify cost variances and implement corrective actions; prepare and present budget and status reports.
Scheduling & Planning:
Create detailed project schedules track progress and ensure adherence to timelines; manage dependencies and resource allocation.
Contract & Procurement Support:
Consultant selection and subcontractor management; negotiate rates manage change orders and resolve disputes.
Quality & Compliance:
Ensure projects meet design safety and regulatory standards; conduct quality reviews and compliance checks.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Serve as the primary point of contact for high-profile owners; communicate project status risks and opportunities.
Data & Reporting:
Prepare performance reports financial models and presentations to executive leadership and stakeholders.
Skills and Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering advanced degrees or certifications (PMP LEED etc.) are advantageous.
Experience: 15 - 20 years in Petrochem/Chemicals/Refinery construction or project management with experience in manufacturing and utilities.
Technical Skills:Basic process and operations knowledge of both the Steam Methane Reforming SMR and Vapor Purification Swing Adsorption VPSA technology.
Project ManagementSkills:Proficiency in project management software budgeting tools and data analysis; ability to use modeling and reporting to support decision-making
Soft Skills: Strong leadership communication negotiation and problem-solving abilities; ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt
Please Note: The ECI Group uses AI-assisted tools in the early stages of application review with all decisions guided by human oversight and fully compliant with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and ECI Groups applicable data protection policies and Privacy Notice.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
ECI Group is a technology led engineering services company with expertise ranging from process plant design and development to waste recycling
